How Do You Spell WINKEL?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪŋkə͡l] (IPA)

The word "winkel" is a Dutch term that refers to a shop or store. It is spelled as wɪŋkəl in IPA phonetic transcription. The initial "w" is pronounced as [w], a voiced labial-velar approximant. The following vowel "i" is pronounced as [ɪ], a short and lax version of the vowel "ee". The "n" and "k" sounds are pronounced as [ŋ] and [k], respectively, both consonants produced at the back of the mouth. The final vowel "e" is pronounced as a short [ə] schwa sound.

WINKEL Meaning and Definition

1. Winkel is a noun that refers to a term primarily used in South Africa, specifically among the Afrikaans-speaking community. It can be defined as a small shop, store, or business establishment that typically serves as a local convenience store or corner shop. Winkels are commonly found in residential neighborhoods and are usually run by independent owners.

   These establishments offer a range of everyday essentials, such as food and groceries, household goods, toiletries, and sometimes even basic clothing items and tobacco products. Due to their relatively small size and limited product range, winkels are popular among locals for their convenience and accessibility. They are often seen as a gathering place for community members to interact and share news, creating a sense of camaraderie within the neighborhood.

   The term winkel is derived from the Dutch language, where it also means "shop" or "store." It has the same origin as the English word "winkle," which is also used to describe a small shop or market stall. However, winkel in the Afrikaans context carries a unique cultural connotation, as it represents a key institution within the community fabric of South Africa.

Etymology of WINKEL

The word "winkel" comes from Middle Low German "winkel" which means "angle" or "corner". It is derived from Proto-Germanic *winkilaz, which also means "angle" or "corner". This word can be traced back to Proto-Indo-European *weng- meaning "to bend" or "to turn". It is related to other Germanic words such as English "winkle" and Dutch "hoek", all of which share the concept of "angle" or "corner".

Similar spelling words for WINKEL

• winkles,
• winkle,
• winkleman,
• winkelman,
• winchell,
• Winkler,
• wing elm.